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Chapter 16 - Chapter 16: Queen’s Nest, Sweet Trap

The final chamber of the dungeon looked like the inside of a seductress's womb.

I know how that sounds.

But seriously — red-tinted silk everywhere, dripping with moisture. Glowing eggs pulsing like hearts. A throne of twisted bone and web at the center, and a scent in the air that hit me hard in the groin.

[Final Boss Room – Entered]

Threat Level: High

Entity Detected: "Arachne Matriarch (Spider Queen)" – Lv. 27

Mental Debuff: Seduction Web Aura Active

Warning: Resist or risk... submission.

"I hate this place," I muttered, adjusting my pants.

Iris sniffed. "Mmm. Smells like... bad decisions."

Mei gagged. "Smells like the wrong kind of wet."

Then she stepped out.

The boss.

The Spider Queen.

She was tall. Elegant. Naked from the waist up, with a chitin corset of armor molding perfectly over ample curves. Her lower half was eight long spider legs, sleek and black. Veins of glowing red mana pulsed along her hips. Her eyes? Blood red, with pupils shaped like hearts.

And her voice?

Like honey poured over a vibrating string.

"Ahhh... new prey. And one of you smells... deliciously corrupt."

Her gaze landed on me.

I tried not to twitch.

[Boss Effect: Lust Lock]

Chance of arousal-based paralysis on contact: 35%

"I don't like this boss," I said quietly.

"Shut up," Raven hissed. "Focus."

The Queen smiled.

Then raised one arm.

And webs exploded from the walls.

Boss Fight

Mei dove left. Lira summoned a radiant glyph, creating a small holy barrier. Raven opened fire — shot after shot blasting web projectiles mid-air.

Iris disappeared.

And me?

I got caught.

Again.

But this time… it wasn't normal silk.

It was warm. Slippery. Wiggling.

[You have been ensnared by: Silk of Suggestion]

Trapped in a mental illusion.

Resist with INT or fall deeper.

Everything around me shimmered. Shifted.

Suddenly... I was in a bedroom.

Soft, red velvet sheets.

Candles. Moaning. Skin.

The Spider Queen sat atop me, her chest bare, her tongue snaking out as she traced lines along my abs.

"You don't need to fight," she whispered. "Your body already wants me. Let me feed... and I'll make you feel good."

So good.

I blinked. No.

[Resist Check Passed – Mental Fortitude 18/20]

Breaking Illusion…

I snarled. "Sorry, lady. I've got better girls waiting."

The illusion shattered.

I was back — eyes wide, face sweaty, silk burning off me as Lira's radiant blast seared the trap.

I staggered upright, only to see Iris climbing onto the Queen's back mid-battle, daggers stabbing wildly.

"Freaking creepy bug MILF!" she shouted.

Then...

A woman dropped into the battlefield like a rogue meteor.

Literally. A portal opened overhead.

And she fell — spinning, flipping, and landing in a crouch so sexy it might've broken physics.

Long black hair.

Cloak of feathers.

One blade. One glowing card floating behind her shoulder.

Eyes like dark honey.

And zero hesitation.

"Yo," she said. "Need a little help?"

[Unknown Entity Detected – ??? Class Awakened]

Status: [Unlocked Class Card – "Hex Enchantress" (S-Rank)]

Alignment: Unknown

Bond Potential: High

Danger Rating: Unstable

The Spider Queen shrieked and launched toward her.

The newcomer didn't even flinch.

She smiled, then whispered one word.

"Sleep."

A rune flared in her palm.

And the Queen froze mid-air, slammed by invisible force, screeching in rage.

Everyone stared.

I stared.

My pants twitched.

"Who the hell are you?" Raven demanded.

The woman turned to me.

Winked.

"I'm Aria," she said. "And I like your energy. You taste like trouble."

Then tossed me something.

A glowing box.

[You obtained: Lust Dungeon Reward – Rare Seduction Utility Skill Box]

Choose One:

① Tongue of Temptation – Your words drip charm; increases seduction success by 25%.

② Body Heat Link – Temporarily sync heat and pleasure with any partner. Bonus to combo moves.

③ Soft Domination – Subtly influence others during intimate moments. Unlock partner-driven triggers.

I chose quickly.

[You have learned: Body Heat Link (Lv. 1)]

Effect: 30-second resonance window post-contact with bonded partner.

Bonus: +5% All Stats During Link

Oh hell yes.

Aftermath

With the Queen wounded and screaming, Aria summoned a second spell to warp the boss back into slumber. The dungeon room rumbled, but didn't collapse.

"Next fight, she'll be stronger," Aria said. "Next time... you'll need more than charm."

Then she leaned in.

Pressed a slow, electric kiss against my cheek.

Whispered:

"I want to see what you taste like... after bonding."

And disappeared into mist.

The party was silent for a long moment.

Raven groaned. "Another one?"

Iris just grinned. "I like her."

Lira... smiled faintly. "She's dangerous."

[Bond Possibility – Aria: Activated]

Enchantress's Mark Applied

Status: Inactive… for now.

We returned to camp.

My heart still racing.

My pants still tight.

And my mind?

Screaming: What the hell is happening to my life... and when can it happen again?

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